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Top 10 Homestays in Haridwar

The 10 best-rated homestays in Haridwar, ranked by guest score (only homestays with at least 5 guest reviews count).

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Stay near Har Ki Pauri, Haridwar Railway Station, Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, Daksh Mahadev Temple, Kankhal, Patanjali Yogpeeth, Shantikunj, Gurukul Kangri University, BHEL Haridwar, SIDCUL Haridwar, IIT Roorkee, CSIR-CBRI Roorkee

Top 10 Homestays in Haridwar: what to know

Haridwar is built around its ghats. Har Ki Pauri and the Upper Road are the walkable pilgrim centre, closest to the evening Ganga aarti and the busiest at festivals; Kankhal and Bhupatwala are calmer, ashram-lined neighbourhoods; Shantikunj and Saptrishi sit along the river towards Rishikesh; Jwalapur, Ranipur and the Delhi Road are practical bases with easier parking. For big snan days, stay within walking distance of the ghat you plan to bathe at.

  • Most top 10 homestays are in Kankhal (5), Har Ki Pauri (1), Jwalapur (1).
  • 1 have a star rating, including 0 five-star and 1 four-star.
  • 4 (40%) allow pets and 3 (30%) are on or facing the Ganga.

Coming for the Kumbh 2027?

Haridwar fills up months ahead of the Kumbh. Stay within walking distance of the ghat you plan to bathe at, expect road closures around the big snan days, and book early. For a calmer base, Rishikesh is about 25 km upriver.

Read our Haridwar Kumbh 2027 guide for reported dates and planning, see dharamshalas and all Haridwar stays, or compare stays in Rishikesh.

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  • Advaitam Ganga & Hill View Luxury 3BHK HomestayRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsBook direct, best priceView
  • Elysium – The Himalayan & Ganges View Yoga Retreat VillaRishikesh · Nirmal Bagh near GangesGuests 10/10 · 2 reviewsBook direct, best priceEnquire
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Top 10 Homestays in Haridwar ranked by guest score

  1. 1. Amrit Bhawan ApartmentUnratedKankhalHomestaysGuests 9.6/10 · 117 reviewsStarting ₹18,124 onwardsView property
  2. 2. Divine HomestayUnratedElsewhere in HaridwarHomestaysGuests 9.6/10 · 6 reviewsStarting ₹2,973 onwardsView property
  3. 3. Shreshth Home Stay – Best Family Accommodation – 3Km From Har Ki Pauri, Haridwar, UttarakhandUnratedHar Ki PauriHomestaysGuests 9.5/10 · 68 reviewsStarting ₹2,589 onwardsView property
  4. 4. Gangabhumi Homestay – Award Winner, The Best Family Homestay in HaridwarUnratedKankhalHomestaysGuests 9.5/10 · 25 reviewsStarting ₹3,452 onwardsView property
  5. 5. Ganga Bhavan Home StayUnratedKankhalApartmentsGuests 9.5/10 · 12 reviewsStarting ₹3,452 onwardsView property
  6. 6. Nehnilayam Homestay, Home with Fusion of Style & ComfortUnratedJwalapurHomestaysGuests 9.4/10 · 7 reviewsStarting ₹2,589 onwardsView property
  7. 7. The Ganga Atithi Home StayUnratedKankhalHoliday rentalsGuests 9.2/10 · 44 reviewsStarting ₹2,973 onwardsView property
  8. 8. Nature's Paradise Homestay★★★★Railway StationB&BsGuests 8.9/10 · 45 reviewsStarting ₹2,781 onwardsView property
  9. 9. Shri Devbhoomi HomestayUnratedKankhalApartmentsGuests 8.7/10 · 9 reviewsStarting ₹3,356 onwardsView property
  10. 10. Hotel RbUnratedUpper Road & MayapurHomestaysGuests 7.8/10 · 8 reviewsStarting ₹2,493 onwardsView property

Top 10 Homestays in Haridwar: tips before you book

How this top 10 works: every homestay is ranked by its guest score, then by how many reviews it has, and only top 10 homestays with at least 5 guest reviews count, so one glowing review cannot top the list. Scores move as new reviews come in, so the order can change.

Prefer to book direct? Our own homestays by the Ganges in Rishikesh are pinned near the top of this page, about 25 km upriver. Send us your dates and group size and we will help you choose, wherever you end up staying.

Where these are: Kankhal is an older, quieter neighbourhood of ashrams and temples south of the centre.

  • 9 of these 10 top 10 homestays can be booked online right away.
  • Lowest starting prices on this page: Hotel Rb (Upper Road & Mayapur, from ₹2,493), Shreshth Home Stay – Best Family Accommodation – 3Km From Har Ki Pauri, Haridwar, Uttarakhand (Har Ki Pauri, from ₹2,589), Nehnilayam Homestay, Home with Fusion of Style & Comfort (Jwalapur, from ₹2,589).
  • Best guest scores here: Amrit Bhawan Apartment (Kankhal, 9.6/10 from 117 reviews), Shreshth Home Stay – Best Family Accommodation – 3Km From Har Ki Pauri, Haridwar, Uttarakhand (Har Ki Pauri, 9.5/10 from 68 reviews), Gangabhumi Homestay – Award Winner, The Best Family Homestay in Haridwar (Kankhal, 9.5/10 from 25 reviews).

Top 10 Homestays in Haridwar: questions travellers ask

How many top 10 homestays are there in Haridwar?

There are 10 top 10 homestays in Haridwar on this page, spread across 6 areas. The biggest clusters are Kankhal (5), Har Ki Pauri (1), Jwalapur (1).

Where should I stay in Haridwar for the Kumbh 2027?

Stay within walking distance of the ghat you plan to bathe at: Har Ki Pauri and the Upper Road for the main snans, or Kankhal, Bhupatwala and Shantikunj for calmer bases a short walk or ride away. Roads close to vehicles around the big bathing days, so a walkable stay matters more than a fancy one. Book as early as you can; for a quieter base, Rishikesh is about 25 km upriver. Our Haridwar Kumbh 2027 guide covers the reported dates and planning.

Which area of Haridwar is best for top 10 homestays?

For the evening aarti and the main snans, stay near Har Ki Pauri or the Upper Road; for a calmer base, Kankhal, Bhupatwala or Shantikunj; for driving in and out, the Delhi Road or Rishikesh Road. Kankhal is an older, quieter neighbourhood of ashrams and temples south of the centre; Har Ki Pauri is the main ghat and pilgrim centre, closest to the evening Ganga aarti; Jwalapur is a busy residential town area, practical rather than scenic.

How much does a homestay in Haridwar cost per night?

Listed starting prices put a typical homestay at about ₹3,000 a night, with most between ₹2,600 and ₹3,500. Prices rise on weekends, long weekends and festivals, and fall in the monsoon.

Are there pet-friendly top 10 homestays in Haridwar?

Yes. 4 of the 10 top 10 homestays here list pets as allowed. Confirm the pet policy and any extra fee with the property before booking.

What is the cheapest homestay on this page?

Hotel Rb in Upper Road & Mayapur has the lowest listed starting price here, from ₹2,493 a night. Prices change with dates, so check the current rate before you book.

Which top 10 homestays here have the best guest reviews?

The best-reviewed are Amrit Bhawan Apartment (9.6/10), Shreshth Home Stay – Best Family Accommodation – 3Km From Har Ki Pauri, Haridwar, Uttarakhand (9.5/10), Gangabhumi Homestay – Award Winner, The Best Family Homestay in Haridwar (9.5/10), counting only stays with at least ten reviews.

How do I book one of these top 10 homestays?

Press View property to see the listing, or skip the search: send your dates, group size and budget through our contact form or WhatsApp and we will suggest suitable stays, including our own homestays, which you can book direct.

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Planning a pilgrimage? Read our Haridwar Kumbh 2027 guide and the Ganga Aarti guide, compare stays in Rishikesh (25 km upriver), or send us your dates and we'll suggest a stay.

Our area lines are drawn with a local's pencil, not a surveyor's, so a stay near the border might sit one neighbourhood over. Rates jump around the Kumbh, Kanwar Yatra, Ganga Dussehra and big snan days, so give the property a quick check before you pack.